The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at Edward Hynes Charter School, 900 Harrison Ave.
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Jindal drains economic development fund to subsidize projects around the state
There was $150 million in the “mega-fund” when Bobby Jindal took office. Now it’s down to $6.7 million, and prospects are dim for replenishing it. “I think the dollars have been used for meaningful projects that have been important for our economy,” he said.
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City planning replacement of community liaison after Lucas Diaz resigns
The office has shrunk since it was created in 2011. It’s now at four people, which the city plans to maintain.
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Tax hike? More cuts? Refilling state’s rainy day fund clouds state budget prospects
Tapping the state’s piggy bank has helped Jindal and legislators avoid tax hikes. But after pulling $255 million out of the rainy day fund, the state now has to find a way to replenish it in two years. But tax revenues are not forecast to rise enough to provide the money, foreshadowing tough choices ahead.
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Live blog: Mitch Landrieu holds first meeting to discuss city’s 2014 budget
Tuesday’s meeting is for residents of City Council District C. It starts at 6 p.m.
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Sharp decline in state tax revenue during Jindal years bucks national trend
Shrinking government is a conservative ideal, but public institutions and infrastructure bear the burden.
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Hedge-Morrell’s amendment to cops’ off-duty work could benefit her sons
State law requires elected officials to recuse themselves from voting on issues that benefit an immediate family member.
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Legislative Auditor reviewing Sheriff’s Office audit after Quatrevaux complaint
Daryl Purpera said it’s unusual for Gusman’s campaign treasurer to audit his office, but so far he hasn’t seen anything improper.
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Parking lot owned by Landrieu siblings could be eligible for tax break to spur development
The Landrieus’ property is across the street from South Market District, a major development expected to boost the surrounding area. Like South Market, the Landrieus’ lot is close enough to the Union Passenger Terminal to get a tax break if it’s developed. No evidence has emerged to indicate the mayor used his influence to benefit the property, however.
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Change in mindset required for New Orleans to diversify, build its economy
New Orleanians have reason to be skeptical of ProsperityNOLA, but this is an unusually bad time to be cynical.